Have you ever felt like your faith journey has become more about performing than truly living? Like you’re constantly trying to check all the boxes, say all the right things, and show up perfectly polished—only to feel empty inside? This episode is for you. I’m talking about the pressure to dehumanize Christianity—turning faith into a performance instead of a relationship with God.

We’re breaking down why God wants YOU, not your perfection, and how embracing your messy, human side is the key to a real connection with Him. Here’s what we’re diving into this week: - Why Christianity isn’t about rules, appearances, or perfection—it’s about a relationship. - How church culture can sometimes push us to hide our humanity instead of embracing it. - The dangers of performance-based faith and why it leads to burnout and isolation. - Practical steps to unlearn religion and rediscover your authentic relationship with God. If you’ve ever felt judged for your doubts, shamed for your struggles, or silenced in your faith journey, this one’s for you. Remember, God doesn't call you by your performance—He calls you by name. You don’t have to have it all together. You just have to show up.

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Dehumanizing Christianity Explained 04:59 - Historical Context of Dehumanization 09:42 - Fear of Judgment in Faith 13:55 - Roots of Dehumanized Faith 17:41 - Impact of Dehumanized Beliefs 18:02 - Understanding Jesus' Role 23:58 - Reconnecting with Your Faith 33:31 - Conclusion and Summary 33:53 - Final Thoughts on Faith

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Are you tired of shrinking yourself to make others comfortable? It’s time to stop over editing your life and unlock the joy that comes from being your true self. If you’ve ever felt invisible, silenced, or emotionally drained, this one’s for you. In this episode of Devout Ish, I’m talking about: - Why over editing your words and emotions robs you of joy and authenticity. - How filtering yourself impacts your relationships, confidence, and even your faith. - The emotional toll of people-pleasing and the freedom that comes with embracing who God made you to be. - Practical steps to show up fully, speak your truth, and stop apologizing for your feelings.

If you’ve ever felt like your voice didn’t matter or that you had to hide pieces of yourself to fit in, you’re not alone. Let’s talk about reclaiming your joy, building confidence, and creating deeper connections—with others, with God, and with yourself.

Challenge yourself this week: Say one honest thing without a filter and see how it changes you. Remember, joy lives in authenticity, and freedom is found in truth. Let’s get into it.

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - How to Continuously Renew Joy 02:00 - Understanding Overediting 12:05 - Biblical Perspective on Overediting 12:39 - Embracing Minimalism in Life 21:47 - Heart Check: Self-Reflection 22:17 - Prayer for Renewal 23:30 - Weekly Challenge for Growth #selfimprovement #thejourneytoauthenticity #messyfaith #joyfulliving #howtoembraceyourtrueself

I used to think following God meant following a bunch of rules. Don’t question. Don’t doubt. Don’t think too hard—just do what you’re told. But eventually, I hit a point where I had to ask… Do I actually know God—or have I just memorized church culture? In this episode of Devout-ish, I’m talking about: What “religion” really means—and how it can quietly kill your faith The moment I started questioning everything I was taught Matthew 15:8-9 and how it exposed the difference between performance and presence Practical steps I’m taking to rebuild my faith from the inside out If you’ve ever felt like religion taught you how to perform but never taught you how to connect with God—this episode is for you. This isn’t about walking away from God--It’s about finally getting to know Him. Listen now. Seek in peace. — Follow the show on IG & TikTok: @devoutishpod Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeart Podcasts

n this episode of Devout-ish, I’m pulling back the curtain on what trust really looks like when life is falling apart, when things don’t make sense, and when the control freak in you is screaming to take over. I’m talking about: Saying “I trust God” vs. actually living it out Why we keep picking up what we already gave to God The fear of surrender when everything feels unstable And how I’m learning (daily) to let go—even when it’s uncomfortable Because 'really' trusting God ain't as cute as that IG or Facebook quote you always proclaim—it’s spiritual war when you’re used to doing everything yourself. So if you’ve ever spiraled after praying… or tried to “help God out” just in case He forgot—this one’s for you my love. Be sure to | Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe to the Channel @devoutishpod Follow the Podcast | IG + TikTok @devoutishpod Listen to the podcast | Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart Podcasts

Welcome to Devout-ish—where faith gets real. In this first episode, I’m breaking down why I started this podcast, what “devout-ish” actually means, and why so many of us feel like we’re somewhere in between loving God and questioning everything. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit into traditional church culture, if you’ve wrestled with doubt, or if you just want real conversations about faith (without the clichés), you’re in the right place. Let’s get into it and join the conversation!

What’s your relationship with the word “devout”? Do you fully relate to it, or does it feel like a label you don’t quite fit?

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